Real Madrid expect Vinicius Junior to return to action before the end of the season, and the Brazilian prepared for his return alongside Toni Kroos in Friday's training session.

Los Blancos are set to take on Athletic Club, and whilst the match may come too soon for the former Flamengo star, the fact he was participating in a full contract session is a sign he is very close to being back out on the pitch.

Kroos had been battling a bout of gastroenteritis of late, but he too was a returning figure at Valdebebas on Friday.

Thibaut Courtois and Mariano Diaz remain the two injured players of the group, and both worked separately from the rest of the group.

Sergio Ramos was in the gym to work on his own fitness, but isn't expected to have any difficulty in making Sunday's match.